Texas records · HARRIS County · HOUSTON
Kids Town Academy
Licensed Center in HOUSTON, Texas · Full Permit · permit issued January 30, 1998
State record presented as of November 5, 2026
- Address
- 12222 BISSONNET ST, HOUSTON, TX 77099 1458
- Operation type
- Licensed Center
- Type of issuance
- Full Permit
- Permit issued
- January 30, 1998
- Operation number
- 532477
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
- Ages served
- Infant,Toddler,Pre-Kindergarten,School
- Schedule
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri · 06:00 AM-07:00 PM
- Conditions on permit
- YES
The record at a glance
| Inspections on record | 15 |
| Reports (complaints, incidents, self-reports) on record | 4 |
| Assessments on record | 1 |
| Standards evaluated across those visits | 2,991 |
| Citations recorded | 29 |
| Record covers | September 26, 2022 – July 24, 2026 |
Citations by the state’s risk levels
| High | 8 |
| Medium High | 13 |
| Medium | 8 |
Visits and findings, newest first
InspectionJuly 24, 20263 citations recorded3 of 458 standards cited at this visit
746.5307(b) - Fire Extinguishers ServicedRisk level: Medium High
Four of the operations fire extinguishers are in need of servicing.
Correction verified by the state on August 17, 2026.
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers MonthlyRisk level: Medium High
Operations Form 7263 was reviewed for the year 2026 and shows there have been no monthly fire extinguisher inspections.
Correction verified by the state on August 17, 2026.
746.3401(a) - Annual Sanitation InspectionRisk level: Medium High
The last sanitation inspection was completed 4/30/2025.
Correction verified by the state on July 31, 2026.
InspectionApril 6, 20262 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire InspectionRisk level: Medium High
Documentation of the most recent fire inspection was not available for review during this inspection.
Correction verified by the state on April 7, 2026.
746.3407 - Maintenance of Building, Grounds and EquipmentRisk level: Medium High
The faucet handle in the toddler restroom is broken.
Correction verified by the state on April 7, 2026.
ReportFebruary 16, 20261 citation recorded1 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.2805(3) - Prohibited Punishments - Grabbing and PullingRisk level: High
Based on the information obtained during the investigation, it was determined the director of the operation grabbed a child in care.
Correction verified by the state on April 6, 2026. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionAugust 11, 2025No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 30, 20255 citations recorded5 of 881 standards cited at this visit
746.2421(b) - Written Feeding Instructions - Review and Update Every 30 DaysRisk level: Medium
Written feeding instructions for one infant not yet on table food was last updated 06/24/2025.
Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's NameRisk level: Medium
Children were observed sleeping on numbered nap mats. The number/child assignment map posted was not followed in the two's and Pre-K classrooms.
Correction verified by the state on August 5, 2025.
746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium
Records were evaluated for eight children enrolled and the following was determined: The admission date is needed for three children. Four children need a special needs statement. Two children need emergency care information. One child needed authorization for emergency medical treatment. Five children need a health statement. Immunization records are needed for four children. Three children need emergency contact information.
Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2025.
746.1605(1) - Child/Caregiver Ratio - 18 Months Difference in AgeRisk level: Medium High
During today's inspection I observed 6 children in the infant room. The youngest child was four months old and the oldest in the room was 23 months old. The oldest child was 19 months older than the youngest child. Note: The operation removed the oldest child from the room.
Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
The caregiver in the Pre-K room was not aware of the number of children responsible for. The caregiver stated 18 children ages 3-5 years old were present. The children in the room were counted and a total of 19 children were present. The caregiver in the School Age room was not aware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated 26 children ages 5-10 years old were present. The children were counted and it showed 27 children were present.
Correction verified by the state on August 11, 2025. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionApril 9, 2025No citation recorded at this visit
InspectionAugust 6, 2024No citation recorded at this visit0 of 390 standards cited at this visit
AssessmentNovember 2, 20232 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High
The operational policies were reviewed and the following written policies are needed: -Instructions for parents to contact the local office. -Illness and Exclusion Criteria. -Enrollment Procedures -Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online -Safe Sleep for Infants. -Immunization requirements. -Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect. -The parent handbook indicates two hours of screen time is allowed, however per minimum standards, one hour of screen time is allowed. -Discipline and Guidance -Abuse and Neglect -Promotion of Indoor and Outdoor Activities -Procedures for supporting inclusive services to children with special care needs.
Correction verified by the state on November 3, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium
Records were evaluated for eight children enrolled and the following was determined: Four children enrolled needed a special needs statement. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child enrolled needed a food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and physician. One child needed an updated immunization record.
Correction verified by the state on November 3, 2023.
InspectionSeptember 19, 20235 citations recorded5 of 675 standards cited at this visit
746.201(1) - Policies Comply with RulesRisk level: High
The operational policies were reviewed and the following written policies are needed: -Instructions for parents to contact the local office, abuse and neglect hotline. -Illness and Exclusion Policy. -Procedures for parents to review a copy of the child-care center's most recent Licensing inspection report and how the parent may access the minimum standards online -Safe Sleep for Infants. -Hearing and Vision screenings. -Immunization requirements. -Vaccine Preventable Disease for Employees -Preventing and Responding to Abuse and Neglect. -The parent handbook indicates two hours of screen time is allowed, however per minimum standards, one hour of screen time is allowed.
Correction verified by the state on November 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.603(a) - Children's Records MaintainedRisk level: Medium
Records were evaluated for eight children enrolled and the following was determined: Five children enrolled needed a special needs statement. One child needed a health statement signed by a physician. One child needed authorization for emergency medical care. One child enrolled needed a food allergy emergency plan signed by the parent and physician. An admission form for one child enrolled was not available for review.
Correction verified by the state on November 2, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.801(12) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Sanitation Inspection ReportRisk level: Medium
The most recent sanitation inspection was not available for review during this inspection.
Correction verified by the state on October 12, 2023.
746.3701 - Safety - Areas Free From HazardsRisk level: Medium High
The fence around the outdoor playground is in need of repair.
Correction verified by the state on September 25, 2023.
746.901 - Required Personnel RecordsRisk level: Medium
Personnel records were evaluated for eight staff members and the following was determined: Documentation showing one caregiver meets minimum educational requirements is needed. A notarized affidavit is needed for two staff members. Background check letters of eligibility is needed for eight staff members. Three staff members need photo identification.
Correction verified by the state on October 13, 2023.
InspectionJuly 20, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionJuly 13, 20232 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
The caregiver in the school age classroom was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated nine children were present, however eleven were present in the room.
Correction verified by the state on July 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High
The sign in and out logs were reviewed during today's inspection. Ten of eleven children were signed in the after school classroom.
Correction verified by the state on July 20, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionJune 13, 20232 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.4501(b) - Chairs - Safety Straps Used if Required by ManufacturerRisk level: Medium
A ten month old was observed seated in a high chair. The safety straps were not fastened.
Correction verified by the state on July 13, 2023.
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High
The sign in and out logs were reviewed during today's inspection. The sign in and out log for the infant classroom showed four of nine infants were signed in. Six of ten children were signed in the after school classroom.
Correction verified by the state on July 13, 2023.
ReportJune 2, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
ReportJune 2, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 7 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 19, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionMay 4, 20232 citations recorded2 of 3 standards cited at this visit
746.1201(1) - Responsibilities of Employees and Caregivers -Demonstrate Competency, Good Judgment, Self-controlRisk level: High
A caregiver was observed lifting children under two years old by one arm during this inspection.
Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.201(11) - AP Ensure total number of children both at & away from center within capacityRisk level: High
The operation has a current infant capacity of nine. During today's inspection a total of ten infants ages 3 months, 3 months, 3 months, 7 months, 7 months, 7 months, 7 months, 10 months, 11 months, and 15 months. The operation was over the infant capacity by one infant.
Correction verified by the state on May 19, 2023. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
InspectionApril 19, 20232 citations recorded2 of 2 standards cited at this visit
746.1205(a)(2) - Responsibilities of Caregivers - Know number of children responsible forRisk level: High
A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 3 months-18 months was unaware of the number of children present. The caregiver stated six children were present, however nine were counted in the area. A caregiver responsible for a group of children ages 3-5 years old. The children were counted and the caregiver was informed sixteen were present.
Correction verified by the state on May 4, 2023.
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High
The sign in and out log was reviewed in the Pre-K classroom and showed 11 of 16 children signed in. The sign in and out log was reviewed in the Two's and Three's classroom and showed 13 of 14 children signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Corrected at the time of inspection.
ReportApril 10, 2023No citation recorded at this visit0 of 2 standards cited at this visit
InspectionOctober 21, 2022No citation recorded at this visit0 of 1 standards cited at this visit
InspectionSeptember 26, 20223 citations recorded3 of 552 standards cited at this visit
746.631(a) - Sign-in and Sign-out Tracking SystemRisk level: Medium High
The sign in and out log was review during this inspection and showed 16 of 20 children signed in. Note: This was corrected during inspection.
Corrected at the time of inspection.
746.613(b) - Immunization Records, Exceptions, and Exemptions CurrentRisk level: Medium High
Updated immunization records are needed for two children in care.
Correction verified by the state on October 6, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
746.1601 - Child/ Caregiver Ratio - 13 or More ChildrenRisk level: Medium High
Upon arrival, one caregiver was caring for five infants ages 3 months, 3 months, 7 months, 7 months, and 9 months. The specified age group is 0-11 months. The maximum number of children one caregiver may supervise for this age group is 4. The caregiver was over ratio by one child.
Correction verified by the state on October 21, 2022. The state provided technical assistance on this standard.
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